The Kangaroo Bay Rising Main takes sewage from the Wentworth Park pump station to the Rosny Sewerage Treatment Plant. It is an important piece of infrastructure, however, it is in need of replacement given it has failed twice in 2017.

TasWater is currently making a decision about the best pipeline route, with assistance from our consultants, JMG, and input from the community. We are aiming to have a decision by the end of March 2018.

The Kangaroo Bay Rising Main takes sewage from the Wentworth Park pump station to the Rosny Sewerage Treatment Plant. It is an important piece of infrastructure, however, it is in need of replacement given it has failed twice in 2017.

TasWater is currently making a decision about the best pipeline route, with assistance from our consultants, JMG, and input from the community. We are aiming to have a decision by the end of March 2018.

Repair of the Swansea Dam is scheduled for completion by Spring 2018, weather permitting. TasWater has temporarily turned off the dam's connection to the Swan River and is allowing the dam to slowly empty as its water is consumed, so repairs can proceed. TasWater's number one priority is maintaining the security of Swansea's water supply throughout the process.

Repair of the Swansea Dam is scheduled for completion by Spring 2018, weather permitting. TasWater has temporarily turned off the dam's connection to the Swan River and is allowing the dam to slowly empty as its water is consumed, so repairs can proceed. TasWater's number one priority is maintaining the security of Swansea's water supply throughout the process.

TasWater is undertaking further works at the Ti Tree Bend Sewage Treatment Plant (STP). In December 2016 we cleaned out Digester No. 1 to ensure the effective treatment of sewage at the plant. We now intend to clean Digester No. 2 during November and December. The digesters play a critical role in the sewage treatment process, treating the solids collected and producing a by-product that it suitable for re-use.

TasWater is undertaking further works at the Ti Tree Bend Sewage Treatment Plant (STP). In December 2016 we cleaned out Digester No. 1 to ensure the effective treatment of sewage at the plant. We now intend to clean Digester No. 2 during November and December. The digesters play a critical role in the sewage treatment process, treating the solids collected and producing a by-product that it suitable for re-use.

TasWater’s water meter renewal team is rolling out a state-wide program to install new, second generation meters into customer properties across Tasmania. Renewal works will roll around the state and are anticipated to run until 2019.

TasWater has around 40,000 meters that are over six years old and this program will see these meters replaced. The aim at the end of this program is that our 20-40mm water meter fleet will not be older than 2011.

TasWater will be installing second generation meters that use the latest technology and meet the latest Australian standards. They also detect lower flow rates... Continue reading

TasWater’s water meter renewal team is rolling out a state-wide program to install new, second generation meters into customer properties across Tasmania. Renewal works will roll around the state and are anticipated to run until 2019.

TasWater has around 40,000 meters that are over six years old and this program will see these meters replaced. The aim at the end of this program is that our 20-40mm water meter fleet will not be older than 2011.

TasWater will be installing second generation meters that use the latest technology and meet the latest Australian standards. They also detect lower flow rates than older meters, which will help with leak detection on private property, if necessary.

TasWater rolled out first generation meters with its renewal program that started in 2011. This next renewal program moves us to the next generation of meters.

All mechanical meters currently in operation around the state are more prone to decay than the newer electronic models.

Second generation meters can be read remotely along with our first generation meters, significantly reducing the time and resources required for meter reading. It also means TasWater staff will not need to access private property as often. They are more sensitive to lower flow rates, which can help detect leaks within private plumbing.

Part of this program also involves replacing older water meter boxes that contain asbestos. These asbestos boxes will be replaced with new, standard meter boxes by specialist crews working with TasWater. The specialist contractor will be using appropriate protective equipment to conduct this work ahead of meter installation and the area around the water meter will be fully fenced for safety.

Major maintenance works will be undertaken at Launceston's Ti Tree Bend Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) before Christmas 2016.

TasWater will be lifting the lid on one of the plant's two digesters to undertaken proactive maintenance and improve the plant's overall performance. It is expected the work will help reduce odour omissions from the site.

Major maintenance works will be undertaken at Launceston's Ti Tree Bend Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) before Christmas 2016.

TasWater will be lifting the lid on one of the plant's two digesters to undertaken proactive maintenance and improve the plant's overall performance. It is expected the work will help reduce odour omissions from the site.

TasWater is planning to upgrade the existing Blackmans Bay Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) as part of the overall Kingborough Sewerage Upgrade Project.

This existing STP has been operating for 30 years and is nearing the end of its service life. An upgrade will improve its environmental performance, bringing it in line with modern standards and allowing TasWater to enhance the Kingborough sewerage system.

The upgraded Blackmans Bay STP will offer a significant improvement in odour and noise in comparison to the existing STP, and increase capacity to treat a higher volume of sewage to a better quality with more reliability... Continue reading

TasWater is planning to upgrade the existing Blackmans Bay Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) as part of the overall Kingborough Sewerage Upgrade Project.

This existing STP has been operating for 30 years and is nearing the end of its service life. An upgrade will improve its environmental performance, bringing it in line with modern standards and allowing TasWater to enhance the Kingborough sewerage system.

The upgraded Blackmans Bay STP will offer a significant improvement in odour and noise in comparison to the existing STP, and increase capacity to treat a higher volume of sewage to a better quality with more reliability – accommodating future growth in Kingborough.

As a result of TasWater’s ongoing preparation of the Development Proposal and Environmental Management Plan (DPEMP) our environmental studies have determined that no significant impacts are expected and that the approvals process will remain at a state and local government level, rather than requiring Commonwealth approval.

TasWater is hosting community information sessions about the upgrade to the Blackmans Bay STP at The Salvation Army Hall, 3 Opal Drive, Blackmans Bay on

The Kingborough Sewerage Upgrade project includes the construction of a pipeline from Electrona to Blackmans Bay and a significant upgrade of the Blackmans Bay Sewage Treatment Plant. This will increase its capacity to support continued growth in the region and improve the quality of discharge effluent, allowing TasWater to remove three ageing treatment plants at Electrona, Margate and Howden.

In addition to the five pipeline route options that have been identified as technically feasible for the new sewage pipeline, a sixth option has been added. This option was proposed by members of the community as an option during recent consultation... Continue reading

The Kingborough Sewerage Upgrade project includes the construction of a pipeline from Electrona to Blackmans Bay and a significant upgrade of the Blackmans Bay Sewage Treatment Plant. This will increase its capacity to support continued growth in the region and improve the quality of discharge effluent, allowing TasWater to remove three ageing treatment plants at Electrona, Margate and Howden.

In addition to the five pipeline route options that have been identified as technically feasible for the new sewage pipeline, a sixth option has been added. This option was proposed by members of the community as an option during recent consultation activities. TasWater has agreed to the additional pipeline route and this option is shown as the 'black route'. The newsletter and feedback form have been updated to reflect this addition.

TasWater has now listed an updated newsletter and updated ‘black route’ map in the ‘Images’ section on theproject’s website.

Work will commence shortly on an upgrade of the Drummond Street Sewage Pump Station (SPS) in Perth in a project designed to minimise the risk of sewage overflows impacting on local residents and the environment.

A contract for the project has been awarded to Paul Zanetto Pty Ltd with work to commence after Easter 2016. It will continue for approximately three to four weeks, weather permitting.

Work will commence shortly on an upgrade of the Drummond Street Sewage Pump Station (SPS) in Perth in a project designed to minimise the risk of sewage overflows impacting on local residents and the environment.

A contract for the project has been awarded to Paul Zanetto Pty Ltd with work to commence after Easter 2016. It will continue for approximately three to four weeks, weather permitting.